Construction Materials Testing Technician

Requisition Number: 2024-1350-10

S&ME is seeking individuals with a passion for Construction Materials Testing and the design of soil-supported structures. If you are eager to contribute and make an impact early in your career, then come join our Aviation team in Charlotte, NC as a Construction Materials Testing Technician and help us provide engineering solutions to our clients.

What You Will Do:

As an Aviation Construction Materials Testing Technician, you have a passion for aviation and share in our entrepreneurial spirit. You will have the opportunity to work on airport facilities, runways, hangars, and other related construction. Our aviation team provides full-service construction materials testing, geotechnical, and environmental services to small and large airports across the southeast. Our team is focused on growth within the aviation marketplace. S&ME is a leader in the aviation market with more than 4 years of current booked work.

• Reviewing plans and specifications in preparation for field observations on aviation-related construction sites
• Documenting field activities, observations, and testing results on projects
• Daily use of Metafield®, and/or other field and laboratory information management systems
• Perform Quality Assurance services following applicable standards (FAA, DOT, ASTM, and/or AASHTO)
• Communicating daily with management staff, general contractors, and clients

Who You Are:

• High school diploma/GED
• 2 years of experience in construction materials testing/inspections of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt materials or equivalent experience and an associate degree in a related field.
• Proficiently complete data entry into multiple software applications on a smart device, using Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Effective math skills with a basic understanding of weight, volume, pressure, and units of measure
• One or More Active Certification(s) Required:
  • American Concrete Institute (ACI): Field Testing Grade I; Strength Testing Technician; Laboratory Technician; DOT Certifications in the fields of Aggregate, Conventional Density, Asphalt, and Concrete

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

• Working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50 lbs. (field/laboratory samples and equipment)
• Traveling out-of-town (may include overnight) for assignments as necessary.
• Working outside of normal business hours when necessary.

Who We Are:

We are S&ME. For over 50 years, our collaborative approach to geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials has offered innovative solutions to solve our clients' most complex challenges. Together, our work results in lasting positive community impacts across the country.

Collectively, we are 1000 proud employee-owners across 10 states, and value eager, passionate, honest, and hard-working employees who strive to make positive impacts on our communities. With employee ownership at our foundation, we are all vested in the success of each other and S&ME. We know that creating an environment where employees can grow and flourish, both professionally and personally, leads to our collective drive for success. That's why we put our employees first in everything from safety to opportunity.

Check out this video https://bit.ly/41l9Kt2 to hear directly from our employee-owners on what it's like working at S&ME.

What We Offer:

We offer competitive pay and benefits, including ESOP and well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance in your career. We also believe in a flexible working environment, allowing you and your manager to determine how you can work most effectively and collaboratively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments.

If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients, please visit our careers page to apply and learn more about us: https://www.smeinc.com/careers/

This is a full-time position with competitive pay based on experience. The successful candidate must meet the requirements of the company's Fleet Management Program, Substance Policy, and Reference Check Program. Submit resume, cover letter, and salary expectations for consideration. Only qualified candidates with acceptable employment eligibility verification (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not provided. S&ME reserves the right to fill this position with an internal or external candidate at any time during the search. S&ME is not responsible for unauthorized job postings or submissions of resumes using external links/websites.

No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.